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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

Ancient Bones Reveal Our Roots and a Magnetic Twist

Deep in a cave in Morocco, old bones tell a story. They show where our species might have started. These bones are over 773, 000 years old. They were found in layers of earth that formed when Earth's magnetic field flipped. This flip happened a long time ago. The north pole was near the south pole.

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Jan 08 2026FINANCE

Smart Ways to Use Personal Loans in 2026

In 2026, personal loan rates are looking pretty good. LightStream is offering the lowest rates, starting at 6. 24%. Wells Fargo and American Express are close behind, with rates as low as 6. 74% and 6. 99%, respectively. These rates are important because they show how much it costs to borrow money.

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Chicago's Financial Future: Layoffs Loom as CFO Exits

Chicago is in a bit of a pickle. The city's top money manager is leaving, and the mayor is talking about possible job cuts. This is all happening after a recent budget showdown. The mayor, Brandon Johnson, is trying to stay positive about finding a new finance chief, but he's also warning that layof

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Jan 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Takes Center Stage in Fiserv's New Partnership

Fiserv, a major player in the financial tech world, has teamed up with Microsoft to supercharge its AI game. This isn't just about keeping up with the times; it's about setting the pace. By integrating AI into their platforms and tools, Fiserv aims to boost productivity and deliver smarter solutions

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Jan 08 2026CRYPTO

A New Era for Crypto Banking: World Liberty Financial Seeks Federal Approval

World Liberty Financial has taken a bold step by applying for a national trust bank charter with the U. S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). This move aims to bring its USD1 stablecoin under federal oversight, a significant shift in the crypto landscape. The company, known for its ti

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Jan 08 2026SPORTS

Luka Doncic Shares Thoughts on Trae Young's Big Move

Luka Doncic, a star player who knows a thing or two about being traded, recently shared his thoughts on Trae Young's surprising move from the Atlanta Hawks to the Washington Wizards. After a game against the San Antonio Spurs, Doncic spoke to reporters and showed his support for Young. He said, \"I

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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

Ancient Hunters' Clever Trick: Poisoned Arrows

A group of researchers made a big find. They found poison on old arrowheads. These arrowheads are really, really old. They are 60, 000 years old. This is a huge deal. Before this, the oldest poisoned arrows were from 35, 000 years ago. So, these new arrows are much older. The researchers were led b

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Jan 08 2026BUSINESS

Pittsburgh's News Landscape Takes a Hit

Pittsburgh is about to lose a major part of its news scene. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the city's biggest newspaper, is shutting down in May. The Block family, who own the paper, say they've lost over $350 million in the last 20 years. They regret the impact but say they're leaving with their head

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Jan 08 2026FINANCE

Apple Card's Big Change: Chase Takes Over

Chase is stepping in to manage the Apple Card, with the switch happening in about two years. Users won't see many changes right away. They'll still get up to 3% cash back on purchases, use easy spending tools, and share accounts with family. Mastercard will keep handling the payments, so users can s

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Cheltenham's Election Delay Dilemma: Money or Democracy?

Cheltenham Borough Council, run by the Liberal Democrats, is asking the government to push back local elections by a year. This comes just after their leader, Sir Ed Davey, said delaying elections could break human rights laws. The council thinks holding elections now isn't practical because of mone

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